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At a Glance: Essential Visitor Information
TimingsRoughly 7 AM to 8 PM (verify locally)
Entry feeTemple entry free; ropeway charged separately
Best time to visitApril to June
From city centreAbout 2–3 km
LocationShimla, Himachal Pradesh
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About Jakhoo Temple
Perched on Jakhoo Hill, the highest point in Shimla, this temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman and is marked by a towering statue visible across the town. It can be reached by a short but steep forest trek of roughly 2 km from the Ridge, or via the Jakhoo ropeway. The summit rewards visitors with panoramic views of Shimla and the Shivalik ranges. Watch your belongings — the resident monkeys are known to snatch food and items.
Getting there
How to Reach Jakhoo Temple
A ~2 km uphill trek from the Ridge, or take the Jakhoo ropeway from the Ridge area.
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